Federica Brignone, Arianna Fontana, Flora Tabanelli headline Team Italy at Milano Cortina 2026 – Full list
As the countdown to the Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina 2026 begins, excitement surrounds Team Italy, featuring a record-breaking 196 athletes proudly representing their nation. This impressive contingent of 103 men and 93 women marks a historical milestone as Italy’s largest delegation ever at the Winter Games, breaking the previous record of 184 set during Torino 2006.
Among the remarkable athletes is 16-year-old Alpine skier Giada D’Antonio, the youngest member of the team, alongside veteran snowboarder Roland Fischnaller, who will become the oldest participant at 45, making a commendable seventh Olympic appearance.
Stepping into the arena to defend Olympic titles from Beijing 2022, staples like Arianna Fontana, who holds the women’s 500m short track title, will aim for gold alongside the mixed doubles curling duo Stefania Constantini and Amos Mosaner.
The Italian figure skating squad, featuring Daniel Grassl, Matteo Rizzo in men’s singles, and Lara Naki Gutmann for the women’s division, will bring a high level of skill and artistry to the ice. Additionally, pairs Sara Conti/Niccolò Macii and Rebecca Ghilardi/Filippo Ambrosini are poised to dazzle audiences with their captivating performances.
Enhancing the profile of freestyle skiing, Flora Tabanelli will also be competing, impairing depth in Italy’s representation across various sports. As Team Italy gears up for this monumental event, all eyes are on these athletes who embody the spirit and discipline that epitomize professional figure skating and winter sports alike.
Milano Cortina 2026 promises a thrilling showcase of talent, resilience, and sportsmanship – an Olympic dream beautifully realized on Italian soil.
